All-Season Tires vs Snow Tires
Our dealership wants you to be well-informed when it comes to owning your vehicle, so today we would like to discuss whether snow tires or all-season tires are a better choice as winter approaches.
First, it’s important to understand the difference between the two. All-season tires are made to perform best in climates that don’t regularly get ice and snow during the winter months while snow tires are made specifically for snow and ice with flexible tread rubber, more defined tread depth and patterns for better grip, and biting edges, which are tiny slits in the tread, for more traction.
Essentially, it depends on where you live or where you may be visiting this winter as to whether you choose to install all-season or snow tires.
No matter which tires you end up choosing foryour vehicle this winter, come and see us at Landmark Cadillac to swap them!
Wax is wax, or is it? Is the substance in the jar of car wax the same stuff you light when you want to make your house smell better? Landmark Cadillac wants you to know exactly what you’re putting on your vehicle.
All waxes are similar in that they’re hard hydrocarbons when at room temperature. But, there are differences depending on their uses. For instance, the substance used to make your car shine and protect it from the elements can be made from a natural substance or be synthetic. Car wax also includes solvents and oils, which are needed to make the wax malleable enough to spread on your car. These add-ins vary greatly, and car waxes may have more than one kind of wax mixed in.
Come by our Springfield location to learn more about car wax and get your car serviced.
The New Cadillac Escalade Safety Features
If you are in the market for a luxury large SUV, Landmark Cadillac has the new Cadillac Escalade on the lot and it is getting a lot of attention because of the countless safety features it has. Unlike the cruise control you’ll find in older vehicles, the new Cadillac Escalade comes with the Adaptive Cruise Control system. Simply select your driving speed, and the sensors on the front of the vehicle will scan the road and select a lead car that is used to create a driving buffer. If the buffer gets to large or small, your vehicle brakes or accelerates accordingly so that you remain safer at high speeds. The Lane-Keeping system in the new Cadillac Escalade can identify if the vehicle starts drifting out of the lane. Whether you are sleepy or distracted, sensors pick up on this behavior and will send a pulse that vibrates the steering wheel so the driver takes action.
The ATS Cadillac Sedan Is Fully Loaded
The ATS Cadillac sedan is a decent size vehicle that was created to fit in tight spots and be light on the road. However, it is filled with luxury and performance highlights that out-do many other vehicles in the industry. The engine in this vehicle is a 2.0-liter engine, and it is equipped with 335 hp. The quiet engine helps to produce a smooth ride while picking up to high speeds quickly. The engine is also one of the best on gas, too. The vehicle comes with eight speeds, and the driver can change speeds by accessing the small shifters on the sides of the steering wheel. The driver can also change speeds automatically. This allows the driver to be in control at all times. This also allows the driver to develop a pattern of getting to daily destinations in a quick amount of time.
If you’re a resident of Springfield or the surrounding area, you don’t have to look very far to find your next new mid-size luxury sedan. Thanks to a wealth of classic exterior features, the Cadillac CTS is a perennial favorite of drivers from all walks of life, and it’s time that you discovered what this luxury vehicle model has to offer you.
Whether you want a stylish front grille, a well-designed chassis, a unique tail lamp configuration or all of the above, the Cadillac CTS sedan is sure to please. The CTS comes in colors that include both metallic and standard paint schemes, and a choice of wheel designs is available to complement every taste.
Additional standard and optional features include color-matched door handles and side mirror backs, a rear spoiler and front headlamps that swivel as the vehicle changes direction for maximum lighting effect.
Choosing the Proper Car Seat for Your Child
At Landmark Cadillac we recognize that many of our customers in Springfield have or will have young children that will travel with them in their vehicles. We take vehicle safety seriously for all passengers. This is why we included some basic tips on how to select the proper car seat for a young child.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, children 12 months and under should always be put in a rear-facing car seat. This provides the maximum protection for your child. The NHTSA also recommends that you keep your child in a rear-facing car seat for as long as possible. Convertible and all-in-one car seats will let you keep your child in a rear-facing position for a longer period of time as they grow.
One your child has outgrown a rear-facing position, it is time to put them into a forward-facing car seat or booster seat. Children should be in a forward-facing car seat or booster seat until they are tall enough to put on a regular seat belt.
Check Out the Interior of the Cadillac CT6 Sedan
A full-size sedan can be a great family vehicle or it can work out well for you as your work car. If you are looking for a popular luxury option and the type of vehicle that will help you be comfortable, consider the Cadillac CT6 Sedan and all that its interior offers. Are you particular about the way that your seat is adjusted when you are driving? Are you looking for a vehicle that will help you get your seat set up just right? The Cadillac CT6 Sedan allows you to adjust your seat in 20 different ways to make sure that you can be comfortable behind the wheel. There is a good amount of leg room available to you when you drive the CT6 Sedan. Cadillac set up this vehicle in a way that allows you to stretch your legs and be comfortable when you are on the road.
Understanding how to maintain your car is an important aspect of car ownership. This is why the team at Landmark Cadillac is providing information to current and potential customers in Springfield on how to maintain their car for optimal performance and comfort. Engine air filters filter prevent gunk from accumulating inside of the engine. The engine has an air intake valve that sucks in air which the engine needs to fuel the combustion process. Air is not pure and contains contaminants such as dust, smog, and dirt. The engine air filter removes this from the air coming into the engine and protects it. The cabin air filter does a similar job but for the air that comes out through the AC vents in a car. It will remove dust, pollen, and other particles. Regularly changing both the cabin air filter and the engine air filter is a must to maintain air quality and to protect the engine.
Jump Starting a Vehicle
At some point in time, vehicle owners endure the frustration of a dead battery. However, in most instances, the battery can be revived by being using the power from another vehicle. The front of the other vehicle needs to be as close as possible to the front of your vehicle. Nose to nose parking is recommended. Both engines need to be turned off and the transmissions in the park position. Put the positive end of the battery jumper cable on the positive post of the dead battery. Apply the other positive end to the positive post of the other vehicle. Repeat the process with the negative cable ends. Start the engine of the vehicle having a good battery. Let the vehicle run for a couple of minutes. Try to restart the vehicle with the dead battery. Remove the cables. If unsuccessful after three tries, contact one of our Landmark Cadillac technicians.
Safely Removing Vehicle Badges
Here at Landmark Cadillac, we want to help all of our customers in any way possible. If you’re planning on customizing a vehicle, we would hate to see it accidentally damaged. We’ve prepared some handy tips to help you to safely remove badges from your vehicle. First, find out how the badging is attached to your vehicle. If clips or rivets are used, you may need to do some minor bodywork afterwards. If an adhesive is used, hot water and a glue remover should do the trick. A hair dryer can also be used to warm up and loosen the adhesive. Once loosened, carefully remove the badges with a plastic wedge, a credit card or dental floss. After removing any remaining adhesive, you’ll want to thoroughly wash the area. Use a coat of wax to finish. For repair or service work, please pay us a visit at Landmark Cadillac.
